**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** Candidates will be in CNC Operator roles working adjacent to the plating department on machines that cut steel beams. This is at a new location where fabrication, not just distribution, is done. The facility includes saws, laser cutting equipment, and burning tables. **Responsibilities** + Operate CNC plasma cutter or other CNC equipment as needed. + Read and interpret blueprints for different runs. + Set up programs on the CNC and follow manufacturing guidelines and company policies. + Perform daily preventative maintenance and operator maintenance on equipment. + Move materials via crane and check all cut products. + Document all findings and understand measurements well. + Operate a forklift if available for moving large metal plates and beams. + Clean up, learn the inventory of the facility, tag and locate product, and fill the facility with raw materials. + Assist in unloading flatbed trailers and transporting materials into the facility or yard. + Work both inside and outside in all weather conditions. + Manage the inventory system using computers and manual pick tickets and paperwork. **Essential Skills** + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Proficiency in operating CNC machines, specifically Peddinghaus (PeddiBot-1200). + Strong understanding of measurements and mathematics. + Experience in fabrication and machine operation (3-5 years). + Manufacturing experience (1-2 years). + Heavy industry experience (1 year). + Proficiency in using measurement tools. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Forklift operation experience. + Material handling and banding. + Experience with sheet metal fabrication, burn tables, and laser cutting equipment. + Familiarity with heavy industry, construction, or farming. + Ability to document measurements and use various measuring equipment. **Why Work Here?** This new facility offers the opportunity to be part of an exciting expansion project. With significant investment in the new site, employees hired now will have the chance to move into lead and supervisor roles as the facility grows. The company plans to add all three shifts within the next two years, providing ample opportunities for career growth. **Work Environment** The work environment is a very nice, brand new, and well-lit facility. The first shift is up and running, and the company is adding people to run the second shift. Training lasts about 60-90 days. The facility will be hot in the summer and very cold in the winter as it is not climate controlled, but it will have fans. This role requires flexibility for second shift and potentially leading that shift. The job involves working both indoors and outdoors, with steel beams stored in the yard and steel plating stored inside. The shift is from 7am-3pm, with flexibility for overtime and occasional Saturdays if needed. Candidates must be able to get on equipment for changeovers and be agile enough to bend, stoop, squat, and maneuver between pieces of equipment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Petersburg, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00 • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Petersburg,VA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.